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Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
01-26-24, 12:09 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,161
Posted By michaelm101

I like to use flashing for daytime, non flashing...

I like to use flashing for daytime, non flashing at night.

It would be great if my fork tubes appeared as fluorescent light tubes...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-01-24, 11:39 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 224
Posted By michaelm101

Happy New Year and Many Thanks!

As I progress through time, I realize that with each passing day, the tick of the clock seems to go faster and faster. And, indeed, Father Time becomes more and more precious.

Moreover, I'd like...
Forum: Electric Bikes
07-22-23, 10:33 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,855
Posted By michaelm101

Is There a Worthy E Conversion Kit for a Serious Aging & Injured Cyclist?

With new developments in battery tech, so many options are popping up.

I'm a serious, lifetime cyclist who's battling sports injuries, the effects of AGING and summer heat.

Getting a little...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-26-23, 11:30 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 891
Posted By michaelm101

Thoughtful suggestion and thank you. About a...

Thoughtful suggestion and thank you.

About a decade ago, we relied on a trunk rack on one of our vehicles and there are chips and imperfections in the rear of the body due to this.

To this day,...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
06-04-23, 11:18 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,428
Posted By michaelm101

I have dynamo dreams, but for now, I need...

I have dynamo dreams, but for now, I need something I could mount on any bike.

Thanks for this link and post. It appears that 500 lumens is the most powerful model in the STVZO line.

STVZO...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
06-02-23, 04:25 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,428
Posted By michaelm101

I totally hear you. When that bright beam, or...

I totally hear you. When that bright beam, or those bright beams, are in your face, particularly when you're at speed moving at it, it forces a primal panic reaction, that in your case may have been...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
06-02-23, 03:42 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,428
Posted By michaelm101

Any New Developments in Non-Offensive Headlamps?

Just wondering if there have been any new, less expensive developments of Busch & Muller's vertical cutoff beam design?

Summer's just around the corner and I'll be going into Niterider mode very...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-05-23, 10:08 PM
Replies: 122
Views: 6,118
Posted By michaelm101

Understood and thank you. I posted in General...

Understood and thank you. I posted in General because there's more readership...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-05-23, 09:46 PM
Replies: 122
Views: 6,118
Posted By michaelm101

Putting oneself in a 4,000lb vehicle to go a few...

Putting oneself in a 4,000lb vehicle to go a few miles is inefficient and stupid. Selfish (and perhaps stupid) is riding the wrong way in a bike lane at night without lights.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-05-23, 09:35 PM
Replies: 122
Views: 6,118
Posted By michaelm101

Only drivers who are avid cyclists actually see...

Only drivers who are avid cyclists actually see bikes on the road. The avg non cyclist driver is programmed to only see cars and nothing but cars...This has been documented in studies.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-05-23, 09:30 PM
Replies: 122
Views: 6,118
Posted By michaelm101

Indeed, you are correct in saying that they are a...

Indeed, you are correct in saying that they are a "car off the road," but it doesn't negate the fact that these entities are unskilled, ignorant, selfish and /or all of the above...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-05-23, 01:33 PM
Replies: 122
Views: 6,118
Posted By michaelm101

Modern Cycling is Becoming Much More Hazardous!!!

~~In 2017, I was traveling about 30mph when a car bumped my bars and I wiped out. I was out of commission for 6 months. Indeed, it was a hit & run,
but I really don't think the driver even knew they...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
02-09-23, 10:59 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 786
Posted By michaelm101

Thank you for your detailed reply. I've decided...

Thank you for your detailed reply. I've decided to go with the Garmin Edge Explore 2 - Navigation is a chief concern, distance traveled, then spd, avg spd, perhaps cadence...

I'm in relatively...
Forum: Mountain Biking
02-09-23, 10:47 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 760
Posted By michaelm101

Thx. I was thinking about this. However, my plan...

Thx. I was thinking about this. However, my plan was to use the assist on the roadie only during climbing-- while using standard operating procedure all other times. The E-MTB, unfortunately would be...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-07-23, 11:33 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,869
Posted By michaelm101

I was examining using reflective paint on my...

I was examining using reflective paint on my frames, but when i examined the research and stats, it was discovered that it's the two circles (tires) that scream "BIKE" in the drivers mind...

Not...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-06-23, 10:06 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 500
Posted By michaelm101

I also came from MX, BMX and MTB and always...

I also came from MX, BMX and MTB and always insisted on Oakley IIs on all my bikes! I would still love that style of flat bar grip for aggressive riding, but things have changed since a terrible car...
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-19-22, 10:26 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 799
Posted By michaelm101

Sounds interesting, thank you. I checked it out....

Sounds interesting, thank you. I checked it out. Will this accommodate my brakes?
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-19-22, 09:57 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 799
Posted By michaelm101

Perhaps, it's the suspension fork I'm seeking to...

Perhaps, it's the suspension fork I'm seeking to keep my neck/spine from being rattled... Here' my old IBOC Pro:
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-17-21, 04:48 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,823
Posted By michaelm101

I should have reached for the tool that was in...

I should have reached for the tool that was in the drawer! I, too am a musician/teacher and also a tennis pro who has to care for his hands at all costs. I was unable to do either for a few days...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
09-11-20, 01:40 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 854
Posted By michaelm101

Their first/initial message told me I could get...

Their first/initial message told me I could get it repaired for around 65.00 and I'd be paying shipping both ways ---Then days later, I got this message that made me happy:Triston (Light & Motion)
...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
09-07-20, 10:16 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 447
Posted By michaelm101

Wired Computer Needed For Night Rider

Living in the SoCal, and not being a morning person, I do 99% of my summer rides in darkness. I use relatively high powered Niterider headlights, and Cygolite Hotshots in the rear (the primary reason...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
08-24-20, 03:25 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 6,229
Posted By michaelm101

Indeed, upon examination, this bike appears to be...

Indeed, upon examination, this bike appears to be decent quality. I cleaned her up, "unstickied" the shifters, made some adjustments and the bike now operates and rides like new- shifts like a charm...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-16-20, 04:26 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,867
Posted By michaelm101

Yes. I own both L & M and Niteriders. Perhaps,...

Yes. I own both L & M and Niteriders. Perhaps, I'm not being clear in my post. I'm seeking a "post" barrel, or cylinder that will mount around say, the head tube that will allow me to get one of my...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-22-20, 08:59 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,976
Posted By michaelm101

Thx. I can't do drop bars anymore due to car...

Thx. I can't do drop bars anymore due to car crash injuries, so I plan on converting the front bar to a standard flat bar with slight rise, depending on my fit.This should be easy. It appears to be...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-22-20, 01:05 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,976
Posted By michaelm101

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1200x900/00t0t_6whxrwoz7sy_0ci0t2_1200x900_3794916cc649d928fd3bcb3c8aa3046a65f329c2.jpg
This one is listed for 850 OBO. Owner doesn't know too...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-21-20, 12:35 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 13,364
Posted By michaelm101

Thanks everybody! 2 inch it is!

Thanks everybody!

2 inch it is!
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-27-19, 03:56 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,712
Posted By michaelm101

L & M has a great set of side lights built right...

L & M has a great set of side lights built right in to their 'Urban' line. Unfortunately, they all have rubber band mounts and their basic "flashlight design" will blind (and anger) on-coming...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-02-19, 04:40 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,268
Posted By michaelm101

Agreed. But if this product did not exist...

Agreed. But if this product did not exist anywhere, I for one, would most likely not be interested and would not have posted.

I contacted the manufacturer and look forward to a reply. I will post...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-02-19, 04:30 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,268
Posted By michaelm101

Yes, it's an old thread, but I've searched and...

Yes, it's an old thread, but I've searched and have not yet read a definitive answer.
I simply want the truth.

There are centuries-old questions that humans still ponder...
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